Volvo v50 owners_manual_2007

2007 Volvo V50

2007
VOLVO
V50

VOLVO OWNER'S MANUAL V50

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Welcome to the worldwide family of Volvo owners. We hope that you will enjoy many years of safe
driving in your Volvo, an automobile designed with your safety and comfort in mind. To help ensure
your satisfaction with this vehicle, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the equipment
descriptions, operating instructions and maintenance requirements/recommendations in this manual.
We also urge you and your passengers to wear seat belts at all times in this (or any other) automobile.
And, of course, please do not operate a vehicle if you may be affected by alcohol, medication or any
impairment that could hinder your ability to drive.

Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety and emission standards, as indicated by the
certification labels attached to the driver's door opening, and on the underside of the hood.

For further information please contact your retailer, or:

In the USA: Volvo Cars of North America, LLC
Customer Care Center
P.O. Box 914 Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914
1-800-458-1552
www.volvocars.us

In Canada: Volvo Cars of Canada Corp.
National Customer Service
175 Gordon Baker Road
North York, Ontario M2H 2N7

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1-800-663-8255
www.volvocanada.com

2006 © Volvo Car Corporation. All rights reserved.

2 Contents

00 Introduction
General information 6 01 Safety 02 Instrument and controls
Volvo and the environment 7 Occupant safety 12 Instrument overview 46
Important warnings 8 Seat belts 14 Instrument panel 49
Supplemental Restraint System 17 Indicator and warning symbols 51
Front airbags 18 Symbols - instrument panel 52
Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) 21 Information display 55
Side impact protection airbags 24 Center console controls 57
Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC) 25 Lighting panel 58
Whiplash Protection System 27 Left-side steering wheel lever 60
Crash mode 29 Trip computer 61
Child safety 30 Cruise control 63
Child restraint systems 32 Right-side steering wheel lever 65
Infant seats 34 Rain sensor 66
Convertible seats 36 Steering wheel adjustment, Hazard warning flashers 68
Booster cushions 39 Parking brake 69
ISOFIX lower anchors 40 Power windows 70
Top tether anchors 41 Mirrors 72
Power moonroof (option) 74
Personal settings 76
Home Link® Universal Transceiver (option) 78


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03 Climate 04 Interior 05 Locks and alarm
General information 84 Front seats 96 Remote control and key blade 112
Air vents 86 Interior lighting 99 Keyless drive (option as available) 118
Manual climate control 87 Storage compartments 101 Locking and unlocking 121
Electronic Climate Control (ECC) - 103 Locking the glove compartment, Child
89 Rear seat 122
option Cargo area 105 safety locks
Air distribution 92 Alarm 123

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06 Starting and driving 07 Wheel and tires 08 Car care
General information 128 General information 158 Washing and cleaning the car 178
Fuel requirements 131 Tire inflation 160 Paint touch up 182
Ignition switch/Steering wheel lock 134 Tire designations 164
Starting the vehicle 135 Glossary of tire terminology 166
Starting the car with keyless drive 167
137 Vehicle loading
(option as available) Uniform tire quality gradings 168
Manual transmission, 5-speed 139
Snow chains, snow tires, studded tires 169
Manual transmission, 6-speed 140
Temporary spare 170
Automatic transmission 141
Wheel nuts 171
Shiftlock override 144
Tire rotation 172
All Wheel Drive (option) 145
Changing a wheel 173
Brake system 146
Stability system 148
Towing 150
Jump starting 152
Towing a trailer 153
Detachable trailer hitch 154
Transporting loads 155

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09 Maintenance and servicing 10 Audio 11 Specifications
Volvo maintenance 186 Audio functions 214 Label information 230
Maintaining your car 187 Radio functions 217 Dimensions and weights 232
Hood and engine compartment 189 CD player/CD changer (option) 223 Fuel, oil, and fluids 234
Engine oil 191 Audio menu 227 Engine oil 235
Fluids 193 Engine specifications 237
Wiper blades 195 Electrical system 238
Battery 196 Three-way catalytic converter 239
Bulbs 198 Volvo programs 240
Replacing front bulbs 199
Replacing taillight bulbs 203
Replacing interior bulbs 204
Fuses 205

6 01 Safety

General information

Shiftlock (automatic transmission)
When your car is parked, the gear selector is locked in the Park (P) position. To release the selector from this position, turn the ignition
key to position II (or start the engine), depress the brake pedal, press the button on the front side of the gear selector and move the selector
from Park (P).

Keylock (automatic transmission)
When the ignition is switched off, the gear selector must be in the Park (P) position before the key can be removed from the ignition
switch.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
The ABS system in your car performs a self-diagnostic test when the vehicle first reaches the speed of approximately 12 mph (20 km/h).
The brake pedal will pulsate several times and a sound may be audible from the ABS control module. This is normal.

Fuel filler door
Press the button on the light switch panel when the car is at a standstill to open the fuel filler door.

Fuel filler cap
After refueling, close the fuel filler cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks into place. If this cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is
running when the car is refueled, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp ("Check Engine" light) may indicate a fault.

Points to keep in mind

q Before you operate your vehicle for the first time, please familiarize yourself with the new-engine oil consumption information on page
191. You should also be familiar with the information found in the chapters "Instruments and controls," and "Starting and driving."
q Information contained in the balance of the manual is extremely useful and should be read after operating the vehicle for the first time.

q The manual is structured so that it can be used for reference. For this reason, it should be kept in the vehicle for ready access.

q Do not export your Volvo to another country before investigating that country's applicable safety and emission control requirements. In

some cases it may be difficult or impossible to comply with these requirements. Modifications to the emission control system(s) may
render your Volvo not certifiable for legal operation in the U.S., Canada and other countries.


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q All information, illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the
time of publication. Please note that some vehicles may be equipped differently, depending on special legal requirements. Optional
equipment described in this manual may not be available in all markets.
q Volvo reserves the right to make model changes at any time, or to change specifications or design without notice and without incurring

obligation.

WARNING

If your vehicle is involved in an accident, unseen damage may affect its drive ability and
safety.

WARNING

CALIFORNIA proposition 65
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the state of California to
cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of
component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.

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Volvo and the environment

Volvo is committed to the well being of its customers. As a natural part of this commitment, we care about the environment in which we
all live. Caring for the environment means an everyday involvement in reducing our environmental impact. Volvo's environmental
activities are based on a holistic view, which means we consider the overall environmental impact of a product throughout its complete
life cycle. In this context, design, production, product use, and recycling are all important considerations. In production, Volvo has partly
or completely phased out several chemicals including CFCs, lead chromates, asbestos, and cadmium; and reduced the number of
chemicals used in our plants 50% since 1991.

Volvo was the first in the world to introduce into production a three-way catalytic converter with a Lambda sond, now called the heated
oxygen sensor, in 1976. The current version of this highly efficient system reduces emissions of harmful substances (CO, HC, NOx) from
the exhaust pipe by approximately 95-99% and the search to eliminate the remaining emissions continues. Volvo is the only automobile
manufacturer to offer CFC-free retrofit kits for the air conditioning system of all models as far back as the 1975 model 240. Advanced
electronic engine controls and cleaner fuels are bringing us closer to our goal. After Volvo vehicles and parts have fulfilled their use,
recycling is the next critical step in completing the life cycle. The metal content is about 75% of the total weight of a vehicle, which makes
the vehicle among the most recycled industrial products. In order to have efficient and well controlled recycling, all Volvo variants have
printed dismantling manuals, indicating the weight and material of individual components. For Volvo, all homogeneous plastic parts
weighing more than 3.4 oz. (100 grams) are marked with international symbols that indicate how the component is to be sorted for
recycling. In addition to continuous environmental refinement of conventional gasoline-powered internal combustion engines, Volvo is
actively looking at advanced technology alternative-fuel vehicles.

When you drive a Volvo, you become our partner in the work to lessen the car's impact on the environment. To reduce your vehicle's
environmental impact, you can:
q Maintain proper air pressure in your tires. Tests have shown decreased fuel economy with improperly inflated tires.

q Follow the recommended maintenance schedule in your Warranty and Service Records Information booklet.

q Drive at a constant speed whenever possible.

q See a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible for inspection if the check engine (malfunction indicator) light

illuminates, or stays on after the vehicle has started.
q Properly dispose of any vehicle-related waste such as used motor oil, used batteries, brake pads, etc.

q When cleaning your vehicle, please use genuine Volvo car care products. All Volvo car care products are formulated to be

environmentally friendly.


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For additional information regarding the environmental activities in which Volvo Cars of North America, LLC and Volvo Car Corporation
are involved, visit our Internet home page at: http://www.volvocars.us.

WARNING

Certain components of this vehicle such as air bag modules, seat belt pretensioners, adaptive steering columns, and button cell batteries
may contain Perchlorate material. Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/
hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

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Volvo and the environment

PremAir® (certain models only)
The surface of the radiator in the engine compartment1 is treated with a special coating called PremAir2. This coating works as a catalytic
converter, converting most of the ground level ozone passing through the radiator into oxygen, thereby reducing harmful ground-level
ozone.

NOTE

If a PremAir-coated radiator needs to be replaced, it should be replaced with another radiator with this coating. If this is not done, the
Malfunction Indicator Light (see page 52) will illuminate.

1Only U.S. vehicles with engine B5244 S7 (engine code 39 in the VIN)

2PremAir is a registered trademark of Engelhard Corporation.

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Important warnings

Accessory Installation
q We strongly recommend that Volvo owners install only genuine, Volvo-approved accessories, and that accessory installations be

performed only by the factory-trained technicians at your authorized Volvo retailer.
q Genuine Volvo accessories are tested to ensure compatibility with the performance, safety, and emission systems in your car.

Additionally, your authorized Volvo retailer knows where accessories may and may not be safely installed in your Volvo. In all cases,
please consult your authorized Volvo retailer before installing any accessory in or on your car.
q Accessories that have not been approved by Volvo may or may not be specifically tested for compatibility with your car. Additionally,

an inexperienced installer may not be familiar with some of your car's systems.
q Any of your car's performance and safety systems could be adversely affected if you install accessories that Volvo has not tested, or if

you allow accessories to be installed by someone unfamiliar with your car.
q Damage caused by unapproved or improperly installed accessories may not be covered by your new car warranty. See your Warranty

and Service Records Information booklet for more warranty information. Volvo assumes no responsibility for death, injury, or expenses
that may result from the installation of non-genuine accessories.

Driver distraction
q Driver distraction results from driver activities that are not directly related to controlling the car in the driving environment. Your new
Volvo is, or can be, equipped with many feature-rich entertainment and communication systems. These include hands-free cellular
telephones, navigation systems, and multipurpose audio systems. You may also own other portable electronic devices for your own
convenience. When used properly and safely, they enrich the driving experience. Improperly used, any of these could cause a distraction.
q For all of these systems, we want to provide the following warning that reflects the strong Volvo concern for your safety:


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q Never use these devices or any feature of your vehicle in a way that distracts you from the task of driving safely. Distraction can lead to
a serious accident.In addition to this general warning, we offer the following guidance regarding specific newer features that may be found
in your vehicle:
q Never use a hand-held cellular telephone while driving. Some jurisdictions prohibit cellular telephone use by a driver while the vehicle

is moving.
q If your car is equipped with a navigation system, set and make changes to your travel itinerary only with the vehicle parked.

q Never program your audio system while the vehicle is moving. Program radio presets with the vehicle parked, and use your

programmed presets to make radio use quicker and simpler.
q Never use portable computers or personal digital assistants while the vehicle is moving.

A driver has a responsibility to do everything possible to ensure his or her own safety and the safety of passengers in the vehicle and
others sharing the roadway. Avoiding distractions is part of that responsibility.

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10 01 Safety

Occupant safety 12
Seat belts 14
Supplemental Restraint System 17
Front airbags 18
Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) 21
Side impact protection airbags 24
Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC) 25
Whiplash Protection System 27
Crash mode 29
Child safety 30
Child restraint systems 32
Infant seats 34
Convertible seats 36
Booster cushions 39
ISOFIX lower anchors 40
Top tether anchors 41

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12 01 Safety

Occupant safety

Volvo's concern for safety

Safety is Volvo's cornerstone. Our concern dates back to 1927 when the first Volvo rolled off the
production line. Three-point seat belts (a Volvo invention), safety cages, and energy-absorbing impact
zones were designed into Volvo cars long before it was fashionable or required by government regulation.

We will not compromise our commitment to safety. We continue to seek out new safety features and to
refine those already in our cars. You can help. We would appreciate hearing your suggestions about
improving automobile safety. We also want to know if you ever have a safety concern with your car.
Call us in the U.S. at: 1-800-458-1552 or in Canada at: 1-800-663-8255.

Occupant safety reminders

How safely you drive doesn't depend on how old you are but rather on:

q How well you see.
q Your ability to concentrate.
q How quickly you make decisions under stress to avoid an accident.

The following suggestions are intended to help you cope with the ever changing traffic environment.
q Never drink and drive.

q If you are taking any medication, consult your physician about its potential effects on your driving

abilities.
q Take a driver-retraining course.

q Have your eyes checked regularly.

q Keep your windshield and headlights clean.

q Replace wiper blades when they start to leave streaks.


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q Take into account the traffic, road, and weather conditions, particularly with regard to stopping
distance.

Reporting safety defects in the U.S.

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you
should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to
notifying Volvo Cars of North America, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and
remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your
retailer, or Volvo Cars of North America, LLC.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at
1-888-327-4236
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or write to:
NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington D.C. 20590.

You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from:

http://www.safecar.gov

Volvo strongly recommends that if your vehicle is covered under a service campaign, safety or emission
recall or similar action, it should be completed as soon as possible. Please check with your local retailer or
Volvo Cars of North America, LLC if your vehicle is covered under these conditions.

NHTSA can be reached at:
Internet:
http://www.nhtsa.gov

Telephone:
1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

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Occupant safety

Reporting safety defects in Canada

If you believe your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform Transport Canada in addition to notifying Volvo Cars of Canada Corp.


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To contact Transport Canada, call (800) 333-0510, or (613) 993-9851 if you are calling from the Ottawa
region.

14 01 Safety

Seat belts

Using seat belts

Volvo, the inventor of the three-point seat belt, urges you and all occupants of your vehicle to wear seat
belts and ensure that children are properly restrained, using an infant, car, or booster seat determined by
age, weight and height.

Volvo also believes no child should sit in the front seat of a vehicle.

Most states and provinces make it mandatory for occupants of a vehicle to use seat belts.

Seat belt tensioners
The front and rear outboard seat belts are equipped with tensioners that reduce slack in the belts. These
tensioners are triggered in situations where the airbags deploy. The front seat belts also include a tension
reducing device which, in the event of a collision, limits the peak forces exerted by the seat belt on the
occupant.

Buckling a seat belt
Pull the belt out far enough to insert the latch plate into the receptacle until a distinct click is heard. The
seat belt retractor is normally "unlocked" and you can move freely, provided that the shoulder belt is not
pulled out too far.


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The retractor will lock up as follows:
q if the belt is pulled out rapidly

q during braking and acceleration

q if the vehicle is leaning excessively

q when driving in turns

When wearing the seat belt remember:
q The belt should not be twisted or turned.

q The lap section of the belt must be positioned low on the hips (not pressing against the abdomen).

q Make sure that the shoulder belt is rolled up into its retractor and that the shoulder and lap belts are taut.

Unbuckling the seat belt
q To remove the seat belt, press the red section on the seat belt receptacle. Before exiting the vehicle,

check that the seat belt retracts fully after being unbuckled. If necessary, guide the belt back into the
retractor slot.

WARNING

Never use a seat belt for more than one occupant. Never wear the shoulder portion of the belt under the
arm, behind the back or otherwise out of position. Such use could cause injury in the event of an
accident. As seat belts lose much of their strength when exposed to violent stretching, they should be
replaced after any collision, even if they appear to be undamaged.

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Seat belts

WARNING

q Never repair the belt yourself; have this work done by a trained and qualified Volvo service
technician only.
q Any device used to induce slack into the shoulder belt portion of the three-point belt system will have

a detrimental effect on the amount of protection available to you in the event of a collision.
q The seat back should not be tilted too far back. The shoulder belt must be taut in order to function

properly.
q Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the front passenger's seat. We also

recommend that children who have outgrown these devices sit in the rear seat with the seat belt properly
fastened.


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Seat belt use during pregnancy

The seat belt should always be worn during pregnancy. But it is crucial that it be worn in the correct way.
The diagonal section should wrap over the shoulder then be routed between the breasts and to the side of
the belly. The lap section should lay flat over the thighs and as low as possible under the belly. It must
never be allowed to ride upward. Remove all slack from the belt and insure that it fits close to the body
without any twists.

As a pregnancy progresses, pregnant drivers should adjust their seats and steering wheel such that they
can easily maintain control of the vehicle as they drive (which means they must be able to easily operate
the foot pedals and steering wheel). Within this context, they should strive to position the seat with as
large a distance as possible between their belly and the steering wheel.

Child seats

Please refer to page 34 for information on securing child seats with the seat belts.

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Seat belts

Seat belt reminder


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The seat belt reminder consists of an audible signal, an indicator light above the rearview mirror, and a
symbol in the instrument panel (see page 53) that alert the driver and front seat passenger if their seat
belts are not fastened.

NOTE

The function is active for a total of 6 minutes from the time the ignition is switched
on.

During the first minute:
The seat belt reminder function only reacts if the driver has not fastened his/her seat belt.
q The indicator light above the mirror and the symbol in the instrument panel will light up and stay lit

until the seat belt has been fastened.
q A chime will sound for 6 seconds. The frequency of the chiming increases with the speed of the car.

After one minute has elapsed:
The seat belt reminder reacts if the driver and/or the front seat passenger have not fastened their seat belts.
q The indicator light above the mirror and the symbol in the instrument panel will light up and stay lit

until the seat belt(s) have been fastened, or until the remaining 5 minutes of the 6-minute cycle have
elapsed.
q The chime will sound for 6 seconds, at 30- second intervals. The frequency of the chiming increases

with the speed of the car.

After 6 minutes, the chime will no longer sound and the indicator lights will go out.

Seat belt maintenance


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Check periodically that the seat belts are in good condition. Use water and a mild detergent for cleaning.
Check seat belt mechanism function as follows: attach the seat belt and pull rapidly on the strap.

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Supplemental Restraint System

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

As an enhancement to the three-point seat belts, your Volvo is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS). Volvo's SRS consists of seat belt tensioners, front airbags, side impact airbags, the
occupant weight sensor, and inflatable curtains. All of these systems are monitored by the SRS control
module. An SRS warning light in the instrument panel (see the illustration above) illuminates when the
ignition key is turned to position I, II, or III, and will normally go out after approximately 7 seconds if no
faults are detected in the system.

Where applicable, a text message will also be displayed when the SRS warning light illuminates. If this
warning symbol is not functioning properly, the general warning symbol illuminates and either SRS
AIRBAG SERVICE URGENT or SRS AIRBAG SERVICE REQUIRED will be displayed.

WARNING


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q If the SRS warning light stays on after the engine has started or if it illuminates while you are driving,
have the vehicle inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible.
q Never try to repair any component or part of the SRS yourself. Any interference in the system could

cause malfunction and serious injury. All work on these systems should be performed by a trained and
qualified Volvo service technician.

WARNING

If your vehicle has been subjected to flood conditions (e.g. soaked carpeting/standing water on the floor
of the vehicle) or if your vehicle has become flood-damaged in any way, do not attempt to start the
vehicle or put the key in the ignition before disconnecting the battery (see below). This may cause
airbag deployment which could result in personal injury. Have the vehicle towed to a trained and
qualified Volvo service technician for repairs.

Automatic transmission
Before attempting to tow the vehicle, use the following procedure to override the shiftlock system to
move the gear selector to the neutral position:

q Switch off the ignition for at least 10 minutes and disconnect the battery
q Wait at least one minute.

q Insert the key in the ignition and turn it to position II.

q Press firmly on the brake pedal.

q Move the gear selector from Park (P) to the Neutral (N) position. See page 144 for information on

manually overriding the shiftlock system.

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Front airbags

The front airbag system


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The front airbags supplement the three-point seat belts. For these airbags to provide the protection
intended, seat belts must be worn at all times.

The front airbag system includes gas generators and the airbags. A deceleration sensor activates the gas
generators, causing the airbags to be inflated with nitrogen gas.

As the movement of the seats' occupants compresses the airbags, some of the gas is expelled at a
controlled rate to provide better cushioning. Both seat belt tensioners also deploy, minimizing seat belt
slack. The entire process, including inflation and deflation of the airbags, takes approximately one fifth of
a second.

The location of the front airbags is indicated by "SRS AIRBAG" embossed on the steering wheel pad and
above the glove compartment, and by decals on both sun visors and on the front and far right side of the
dash.
q The driver's side front airbag is folded and located in the steering wheel hub.


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q The passenger's side front airbag is folded behind a panel located above the glove compartment.

WARNING

q The airbags in the vehicle are designed to be a SUPPLEMENT to-not a replacement for-the three-
point seat belts. For maximum protection, wear seat belts at all times. Be aware that no system can
prevent all possible injuries that may occur in an accident.
q Never drive a vehicle with a steering wheel-mounted airbag with your hands on the steering wheel

pad/airbag housing.
q The front airbags are designed to help prevent serious injury. Deployment occurs very quickly and

with considerable force. During normal deployment and depending on variables such as seating
position, one may experience abrasions, bruises, swellings, or other injuries as a result from deployment
of one or both of the airbags.
q When installing any accessory equipment, make sure that the front airbag system is not damaged.

Any interference in the system could cause malfunction.

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Front airbags

Front airbag deployment
q The front airbags are designed to deploy during certain frontal or front-angular collisions, impacts, or

decelerations, depending on the crash severity, angle, speed and object impacted. The airbags may also
deploy in certain non-frontal collisions where rapid deceleration occurs.
q The SRS sensors, which trigger the front airbags, are designed to react to both the impact of the

collision and the inertial forces generated by it, and to determine if the intensity of the collision is
sufficient for the seat belt tensioners and/or airbags to be deployed.

However, not all frontal collisions activate the front airbags.
q If the collision involves a nonrigid object (e.g., a snow drift or bush), or a rigid, fixed object at a low

speed, the front airbags will not necessarily deploy.
q Front airbags do not normally deploy in a side impact collision, in a collision from the rear or in a

rollover situation.
q The amount of damage to the bodywork does not reliably indicate if the airbags should have deployed

or not.

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q Deployment of front airbags occurs only one time during an accident. In a collision where
deployment occurs, the airbags and seat belt tensioners activate. Some noise occurs and a small amount
of powder is released. The release of the powder may appear as smoke-like matter. This is a normal
characteristic and does not indicate fire.
q Volvo's dual-threshold, dual-stage front airbags use special sensors that are integrated with the front

seat buckles. The point at which the airbag deploys is determined by whether or not the seat belt is being
used, as well as the severity of the collision.
q Collisions can occur where only one of the airbags deploys. If the impact is less severe, but severe

enough to present a clear injury risk, the dual-stage airbags are triggered at 70% of their total capacity.
If the impact is more severe, the dual-stage airbags are triggered at full capacity.

Should you have questions about any component in the SRS system, please contact a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician or Volvo Customer Support:

In the USA

Volvo Cars of North America, LLC
1-800-458-1552
www.volvocars.us

In Canada

Volvo Cars of Canada Corp.
175 Gordon Baker Road
North York, Ontario M2H 2N7
1-800-663-8255
www.volvocanada.com

WARNING

q Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the front passenger's seat. We also
recommend that occupants under 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) in height who have outgrown these devices
sit in the rear seat with the seat belt fastened1.
q Never drive with the airbags deployed. The fact that they hang out can impair the steering of your

vehicle. Other safety systems can also be damaged.
q The smoke and dust formed when the airbags are deployed can cause skin and eye irritation in the

event of prolonged exposure.


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1See also the Occupant Weight Sensor information on page 21.

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Front airbags

WARNING


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q Children must never be allowed in the front passenger's seat. Volvo recommends that ALL occupants
(adults and children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) be seated in the back seat of any vehicle with
a passenger-side front airbag. See page 31 for guidelines.
q Occupants in the front passenger's seat must never sit on the edge of the seat, sit leaning toward the

instrument panel or otherwise sit out of position.
q -The occupant's back must be as upright as comfort allows and be against the seat back with the seat

belt properly fastened.
q Feet must be on the floor, e.g., not on the dash, seat or out of the window.

WARNING

q No objects or accessory equipment, e.g. dashboard covers, may be placed on, attached to, or installed
near the air bag hatch (the area above the glove compartment) or the area affected by airbag deployment
(see the illustration on page 18).
q There should be no loose articles, e.g. coffee cups, on the floor, seat, or dashboard area.

q Never try to open the airbag cover on the steering wheel or the passenger's side dashboard. This

should only be done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
q Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the vehicle occupants.

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Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS)

Disabling the passenger's side front airbag


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Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) be
seated in the rear seat of any vehicle with a passenger's side front airbag, and be properly restrained.
Children should always be seated in child restraints appropriate for their size and weight. See also the
child safety recommendations beginning on page 30.

The Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) is designed to meet the regulatory requirements of Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 208 and is designed to disable (will not inflate) the passenger's side
front airbag under certain conditions.

The OWS works with sensors that are part of the front passenger's seat and seat belt. The sensors are
designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the passenger's side front
airbag should be enabled (may inflate) or disabled (will not inflate).

The OWS will disable (will not inflate) the passenger's side front airbag when:
q the front passenger's seat is unoccupied, or has small/medium objects in the front seat,

q the system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infant seat that is installed according to

the manufacturer's instructions,
q the system determines that a small child is present in a forward-facing child restraint that is installed

according to the manufacturer's instructions,
q the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat,

q a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time,

q a child or a small person occupies the front passenger's seat.

The OWS uses a PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp which will illuminate and stay on to
remind you that the passenger's side front airbag is disabled. The PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator
lamp is located in the overhead console, near the base of the rearview mirror.


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NOTE

The PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp will illuminate for a short period of time when the
ignition is turned on to confirm it is functional. When the front passenger's seat is not occupied (empty
seat) or in the event that the passenger's side front airbag is enabled (may inflate), the PASSENGER
AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp will be off.

However, if a fault is detected in the system:
q The OWS indicator light will stay on

q The SRS warning light (see page 17) will come on and stay on

The message PASS. AIRBAG OFF SERVICE URGENT will be displayed in the information display.

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WARNING

If a fault in the system is detected and indicated as explained on the preceding page, be aware that the
passenger's side front airbag will not deploy in the event of a collision. In this case, the SRS system and
Occupant Weight Sensor should be inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as
soon as possible.

WARNING

q Never try to open, remove, or repair any components in the OWS system. This could result in system
malfunction. Maintenance or repairs should only be carried out by an a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician.
q The front passenger's seat should not be modified in any way. This could reduce pressure on the seat

cushion, which might interfere with the OWS system's function.

The OWS is designed to disable (will not inflate) the passenger's side front airbag when a rear facing
infant seat, a forward-facing child restraint, or a booster seat is detected. The PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF indicator lamp will illuminate and stay on to remind you that the passenger's side front airbag is
disabled (see the following table).


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1Volvo recommends that children always be properly restrained in appropriate child restraints in the rear seats. In
rare situations when the seat belt is not properly fastened, some child restraints may not be detected by the OWS
because there is very little weight on the vehicle seat cushion. In these cases the passenger's side front airbag may
be disabled, but the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp will not be lit. Do not assume that the passenger's
side front airbag is disabled unless the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp is lit. Make sure the child
restraint is properly installed (turn the vehicle off, remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the
restraint following the child restraint manufacturer's instructions) and that the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp is on, or move the child restraint to the rear seat.

The OWS is designed to enable (may inflate) the passenger's side front airbag anytime the system senses
that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front passenger's seat. The PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF indicator lamp will be off and remain off.

If a person of adult size is sitting in the front passenger's seat, but the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp is on, it is possible that the person isn't sitting properly in the seat. If this happens:
q Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in an upright position.

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q Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person's legs comfortably


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extended.
q Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow

the system to detect that person and enable the passenger's frontal airbag.
q If the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp remains on even after this, the person should be

advised to ride in the rear seat.

This condition reflects limitations of the OWS classification capability. It does not indicate OWS
malfunction.

Modifications
If you are considering modifying your vehicle in any way to accommodate a disability, for example by
altering or adapting the driver's or front passenger's seat(s) and/or airbag systems, please contact Volvo at:

In the USA

Volvo Cars of North America, LLC
1-800-458-1552

In Canada

Volvo Cars of Canada Corp.
175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7
1-800-663-8255

WARNING

q No objects that add to the total weight on the seat should be placed on the front passenger's seat. If a
child is seated in the front passenger's seat with any additional weight, this extra weight could cause the
OWS system to enable the airbag, which might cause it to deploy in the event of a collision, thereby
injuring the child.
q The seat belt should never be wrapped around an object on the front passenger's seat. This could

interfere with the OWS system's function.
q The front passenger's seat belt should never be used in a way that exerts more pressure on the

passenger than normal. This could increase the pressure exerted on the weight sensor by a child, and
could result in the airbag being enabled, which might cause it to deploy in the event of a collision,
thereby injuring the child.

WARNING


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q Keep the following points in mind with respect to the OWS system. Failure to follow these
instructions could adversely affect the system's function and result in serious injury to the occupant of
the front passenger's seat:
q The full weight of the front seat passenger should always be on the seat cushion. The passenger

should never lift him/herself off the seat cushion using the armrest in the door or the center console, by
pressing the feet on the floor, by sitting on the edge of the seat cushion, or by pressing against the
backrest in a way that reduces pressure on the seat cushion. This could cause OWS to disable the
passenger's side front airbag.
q Do not place any type of object on the front passenger's seat in such a way that jamming, pressing, or

squeezing occurs between the object and the front seat, other than as a direct result of the correct use of
the ALR/ELR seat belt (see page 31).
q No objects should be placed under the front passenger's seat. This could interfere with the OWS

system's function.

24 01 Safety

Side impact protection airbags

Side impact airbags - front seats only

As an enhancement to the structural side impact protection built into your car, the car is also equipped
with Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) airbags.

The SIPS airbag system is designed to help increase occupant protection in the event of certain side
impact collisions. The SIPS airbags are designed to deploy only during certain side-impact collisions,
depending on the crash severity, angle, speed and point of impact.


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NOTE

SIPS airbag deployment (one airbag) occurs only on the side of the vehicle affected by the impact. The
airbags are not designed to deploy in all side impact situations.

Components in the SIPS airbag system
This SIPS airbag system consists of gas generators and side airbag modules built into the outboard sides
of both front seat backrests.

WARNING

q The SIPS airbag system is a supplement to the structural Side Impact Protection System and the three-
point seat belt system. It is not designed to deploy during collisions from the front or rear of the car or in
rollover situations.
q The use of seat covers on the front seats may impede SIPS airbag deployment.

q No objects, accessory equipment or stickers may be placed on, attached to or installed near the SIPS

airbag system or in the area affected by SIPS airbag deployment.
q Never try to open or repair any components of the SIPS airbag system. This should be done only by a

trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
q In order for the SIPS airbag to provide its best protection, both front seat occupants should sit in an

upright position with the seat belt properly fastened.
q Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the occupants of the vehicle in the event of

an accident.

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Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC)

The Volvo Inflatable Curtain system

This system consists of inflatable curtains located along the sides of the roof liners, stretching from the
center of both front side windows to the rear edge of the rear side door windows. It is designed to help
protect the heads of the occupants of the front seats and the occupant of the outboard rear seating
positions in certain side impact collisions.

In certain side impacts, both the Inflatable Curtain (VIC) and the Side Impact Airbag System (SIPS-bag)
will deploy, whereas, in some cases, only the Inflatable Curtain (VIC) will deploy. In cases where both
the VIC and the SIPS-bag deploy, this will occur simultaneously.

NOTE

If the inflatable curtain deploys, it remains inflated for approximately 3
seconds.

WARNING

q The VIC system is a supplement to the Side Impact Protection System. It is not designed to deploy
during collisions from the front or rear of the car or in rollover situations.
q Never try to open or repair any components of the VIC system. This should be done only by a trained

and qualified Volvo service technician.
q Never hang heavy items from the ceiling handles. This could impede deployment of the Inflatable

curtain.


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Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC)

WARNING

In order for the VIC to provide its best protection, both front seat occupants and both outboard rear seat
occupants should sit in an upright position with the seat belt properly fastened; adults using the seat belt
and children using the proper child restraint system. Only adults should sit in the front seats. Children
must never be allowed in the front passenger's seat. See page 31 for guidelines. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in injury to the vehicle occupants in an accident.

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Whiplash Protection System

Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) - front seats only


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The WHIPS system consists of specially designed hinges and brackets on the front seat backrests
designed to help absorb some of the energy generated in a collision from the rear (when the vehicle is
"rear-ended").

In the event of a collision of this type, the hinges and brackets of the front seat backrests are designed to
change position slightly to allow the backrest/head restraint to help support the occupant's head before
moving slightly rearward. This movement helps absorb some of the forces that could result in whiplash.

WARNING

q The WHIPS system is designed to supplement the other safety systems in your car. For this system to
function properly, the three-point seat belt must be worn. Please be aware that no system can prevent all
possible injuries that may occur in an accident.
q The WHIPS system is designed to function in certain collisions from the rear, depending on the crash

severity, angle and speed.

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Whiplash Protection System

WARNING


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q Occupants in the front seats must never sit out of position. The occupant's back must be as upright as
comfort allows and be against the seat back with the seat belt properly fastened.
q If your car has been involved in a rearend collision, the front seat backrests must be inspected by a

trained and qualified Volvo service technician, even if the seats appear to be undamaged. Certain
components in the WHIPS system may need to be replaced.
q Do not attempt to service any component in the WHIPS system yourself.

WARNING

Any contact between the front seat backrests and the folded rear seat could impede the function of the
WHIPS system. If the rear seat is folded down, the occupied front seats must be adjusted forward so that
they do not touch the folded rear seat.

WARNING


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q Boxes, suitcases, etc. wedged behind the front seats could impede the function of the WHIPS system.
q If the rear seat backrests are folded down, cargo must be secured to prevent it from sliding forward

against the front seat backrests in the event of a collision from the rear. This could interfere with the
action of the WHIPS system.

29 01 Safety

Crash mode

Driving after a collision

If the vehicle has been involved in a collision, the text CRASH MODE SEE MANUAL may appear in the
information display. This indicates that the vehicle's functionality has been reduced.

This text can only be shown if the display is undamaged and the vehicle's electrical system is intact.

CRASH MODE is a feature that is triggered if one or more of the safety systems (for example, front or
side airbags, an inflatable curtain, or one or more of the seat belt tensioners) has deployed. The collision
may have damaged an important function in the vehicle, such as the fuel lines, sensors for one of the
safety systems, the brake system, etc.

WARNING


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q Never attempt to repair the vehicle yourself or to reset the electrical system after the vehicle has
displayed CRASH MODE SEE MANUAL. This could result in injury or improper system function.
q Restoring the vehicle to normal operating mode should only be done by a trained and qualified Volvo

service technician.
q After CRASH MODE SEE MANUAL has been displayed, if you detect the odor of fuel vapor, or see

any signs of fuel leakage, do not attempt to start the vehicle. Leave the vehicle immediately.

Attempting to start the vehicle
If damage to the vehicle is minor and there is no fuel leakage, you may attempt to start the vehicle. To do
so:

1. Remove the ignition key or optional keyless drive start control (see page 137).

2. Reinsert the key or start control in the ignition switch. The vehicle will then attempt to reset CRASH
MODE to normal mode.

3. Try to start the vehicle.

Moving the vehicle
If the electrical system is able to reset system status to normal (CRASH MODE SEE MANUAL will no
longer be displayed), the vehicle may be moved carefully from its present position, if for example, it is
blocking traffic. It should, however, not be moved farther than is absolutely necessary.

WARNING

Even if the vehicle appears to be drivable after CRASH MODE has been set, it should not be driven or
towed (pulled by another vehicle). There may be concealed damage that could make it difficult or
impossible to control. The vehicle should be transported on a flatbed tow truck to a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician for inspection/ repairs.

30 01 Safety

Child safety

Children should be seated safely

Volvo recommends the proper use of restraint systems for all occupants including children. Remember
that, regardless of age and size, a child should always be properly restrained in a car.

Your car is also equipped with ISOFIX/LATCH attachments, which make it more convenient to install


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child seats.

Some restraint systems for children are designed to be secured in the vehicle by lap belts or the lap
portion of a lap-shoulder belt. Such child restraint systems can help protect children in cars in the event of
an accident only if they are used properly. However, children could be endangered in a crash if the child
restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle. Failure to follow the installation instructions for your
child restraint can result in your child striking the vehicle's interior in a sudden stop.

Holding a child in your arms is NOT a suitable substitute for a child restraint system. In an accident, a
child held in a person's arms can be crushed between the vehicle's interior and an unrestrained person. The
child could also be injured by striking the interior, or by being ejected from the vehicle during a sudden
maneuver or impact. The same can also happen if the infant or child rides unrestrained on the seat. Other
occupants should also be properly restrained to help reduce the chance of injuring or increasing the injury
of a child.

All states and provinces have legislation governing how and where children should be carried in a car.
Find out the regulations existing in your state or province. Recent accident statistics have shown that
children are safer in rear seating positions than front seating positions when properly restrained. A child
restraint system can help protect a child in a vehicle. Here's what to look for when selecting a child
restraint system:
q It should have a label certifying that it meets applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards

(FMVSS 213) - or in Canada, CMVSS 213.
q Make sure the child restraint system is approved for the child's height, weight and development - the

label required by the standard or regulation, or instructions for infant restraints, typically provide this
information.
q In using any child restraint system, we urge you to carefully look over the instructions that are provided

with the restraint. Be sure you understand them and can use the device properly and safely in this vehicle.
A misused child restraint system can result in increased injuries for both the infant or child and other
occupants in the vehicle.

When a child has outgrown the child safety seat, you should use the rear seat with the standard seat belt
fastened. The best way to help protect the child here is to place the child on a cushion so that the seat belt
is properly located on the hips (see the illustration on page 39). Legislation in your state or province may
mandate the use of a child seat or cushion in combination with the seat belt, depending on the child's age
and/or size. Please check local regulations.

A specially designed and tested booster cushion (not available in Canada) can be obtained from your
Volvo retailer for children weighing 33 - 80 lb. (15 - 36 kg) and 38-54 inches (97 - 137 cm) in height.

WARNING


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Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the front passenger's seat. We also
recommend that children under 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) in height who have outgrown these devices sit
in the rear seat with the seat belt fastened.

31 01 Safety

Child safety

Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor

To make child seat installation easier, each seat belt (except for the driver's belt) is equipped with a
locking mechanism to help keep the seat belt taut.

When attaching the seat belt to a child seat:
q Attach the seat belt to the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions.

q Pull the seat belt out as far as possible.

q Insert the seat belt latch plate into the buckle (lock) in the usual way.

q Release the seat belt and pull it taut around the child seat.

A sound from the seat belt retractor will be audible at this time and is normal. The belt will now be locked
in place. This function is automatically disabled when the seat belt is unlocked and the belt is fully
retracted.

WARNING

Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the front passenger's seat. We also
recommend that children who have outgrown these devices sit in the rear seat with the seat belt properly
fastened.

Volvo's recommendations
Why does Volvo believe that no child should sit in the front seat of a car? It's quite simple really. A front
airbag is a very powerful device designed, by law, to help protect an adult.

Because of the size of the airbag and its speed of inflation, a child should never be placed in the front seat,
even if he or she is properly belted or strapped into a child safety seat. Volvo has been an innovator in
safety for over seventy-five years, and we'll continue to do our part. But we need your help. Please
remember to put your children in the back seat, and buckle them up.

Volvo has some very specific recommendations:
q Always wear your seat belt.


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q Airbags are a SUPPLEMENTAL safety device which, when used with a three-point seat belt can help
reduce serious injuries during certain types of accidents. Volvo recommends that you do not disconnect
the airbag system in your vehicle.
q Volvo strongly recommends that everyone in the vehicle be properly restrained.

q Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) be

seated in the back seat of any vehicle with a front passenger side airbag.
q Drive safely!

32 01 Safety

Child restraint systems

Child restraints

There are three main types of child restraint systems: infant seats, convertible seats, and booster cushions.
They are classified according to the child's age and size.

The following section provides general information on securing a child restraint using a three-point seat
belt. Refer to pages 40-41 for information on securing a child restraint using ISOFIX lower anchors and/
or top tether anchorages.


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WARNING

A child seat should never be used in the front passenger seat of any vehicle with a front passenger
airbag - not even if the "Passenger airbag off" symbol near the rear-view mirror is illuminated (on
vehicles equipped with Occupant Weight Sensor). If the severity of an accident were to cause the airbag
to inflate, this could lead to serious injury or death to a child seated in this position.

WARNING

Always refer to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions for detailed information on securing the
restraint.


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33 01 Safety

Child restraint systems

WARNING

q When not in use, keep the child restraint system secured or remove it from the passenger
compartment to help prevent it from injuring passengers in the event of a sudden stop or collision.
q A small child's head represents a considerable part of its total weight and its neck is still very weak.

Volvo recommends that children up to age 4 travel, properly restrained, facing rearward. In addition,
Volvo recommends that children should ride rearward facing, properly restrained, as long as possible.

34 01 Safety

Infant seats

Securing an infant seat with a seat belt

NOTE

Refer to pages 40-41 for information on securing a child restraint using ISOFIX lower anchors and/or
top tether anchorages.


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1. Place the infant seat in the rear seat of the vehicle.

WARNING

q An infant seat must be in the rear-facing position only.
q The infant seat should not be positioned behind the driver's seat unless there is adequate space for

safe installation.

2. Attach the seat belt to the infant seat according to the manufacturer's instructions.

3. Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latch plate into the buckle (lock) until a distinct click is audible.


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WARNING


35 01 Safety

Infant seats

4. Pull the shoulder section of the seat belt out as far as possible to activate the belt's automatic locking
function.

5. Press the infant seat firmly in place, let the seat belt retract and pull it taut. A sound from the seat belt
retractor's automatic locking function will be audible at this time and is normal. The seat belt should now
be locked in place.

NOTE

The locking retractor will automatically release when the seat belt is unbuckled and allowed to retract
fully.


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6. Push and pull the infant seat to ensure that it is held securely in place by the seat belt.

WARNING

It should not be possible to move the child restraint more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) in any
direction.

7. The infant seat can be removed by unbuckling the seat belt and letting it retract completely.

36 01 Safety

Convertible seats

Securing a convertible seat with a seat belt


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NOTE

Refer to pages 40-41 for information on securing a child restraint using ISOFIX lower anchors and/or
top tether anchorages.

Convertible seats can be used in either a forward or rearward-facing position, depending on the age and
size of the child.

WARNING

Always use a convertible seat that is suitable for the child's age and size. See the convertible seat
manufacturer's recommendations.


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WARNING

A small child's head represents a considerable part of its total weight and its neck is still very weak.
Volvo recommends that children up to age 4 travel, properly restrained, facing rearward. In addition,
Volvo recommends that children should ride rearward facing, properly restrained, as long as possible.

37 01 Safety

Convertible seats

1. Place the convertible seat in the rear seat of the vehicle.

WARNING

q Convertible child seats should be installed in the rear seat only.
q A rear-facing convertible seat should not be positioned behind the driver's seat unless there is

adequate space for safe installation.

2. Attach the seat belt to the convertible seat according to the manufacturer's instructions.


4. Pull the shoulder section of the seat belt out as far as possible to activate the belt's automatic locking
function.


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5. Press the convertible seat firmly in place, let the seat belt retract and pull it taut. A sound from the seat
belt retractor's automatic locking function will be audible at this time and is normal. The seat belt should
now be locked in place.

38 01 Safety

Convertible seats

NOTE

The locking retractor will automatically release when the seat belt is unbuckled and allowed to retract
fully.

6. Push and pull the convertible seat to ensure that it is held securely in place by the seat belt.

WARNING

It should not be possible to move the child restraint more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) in any
direction.

The convertible seat can be removed by unbuckling the seat belt and letting it retract completely.


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39 01 Safety

Booster cushions

Securing a booster cushion

WARNING


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Booster cushions are recommended for children who have outgrown convertible seats.

1. Place the booster cushion in the rear seat of the vehicle.

2. With the child properly seated on the booster cushion, attach the seat belt to or around the cushion
according to the manufacturer's instructions.


4. Ensure that the seat belt is pulled taut and fits snugly around the child.

WARNING

q The hip section of the three-point seat belt must fit snugly across the child's hips, not across the
stomach.
q The shoulder section of the three-point seat belt should be positioned across the chest and shoulder.

q The shoulder belt must never be placed behind the child's back or under the arm.

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ISOFIX lower anchors


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Using the ISOFIX lower child seat anchors

Lower anchors for ISOFIX-equipped child seats are located in the rear, outboard seats, hidden below the
backrest cushions. Symbols on the seat back upholstery mark the anchor positions (see the illustration
above).

To access the anchors:
1. Put the child restraint in position.

2. Kneel on the child restraint to press down the seat cushion and locate the anchors by feel.

3. Fasten the attachment on the child restraint's lower straps to the ISOFIX lower anchors.

4. Firmly tension the lower child seat straps according to the manufacturer's instructions.

NOTE

q The rear seat's center position is not equipped with ISOFIX lower anchors. When installing a child
restraint in this position, attach the restraint's top tether strap (if it is so equipped) to the top tether
anchorage point (see the information on page 41) and secure the restraint with the vehicle's center seat
belt (see the information beginning on page 32).
q Always follow your child seat manufacturer's installation instructions, and use both ISOFIX lower

anchors and top tethers whenever possible.

WARNING


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The ISOFIX lower child restraint anchors are only intended for use with child seats positioned in the
outboard seating positions. These anchors are not certified for use with any child restraint that is
positioned in the center seating position. When securing a child restraint in the center seating position,
use only the vehicle's center seat belt.

WARNING

Be sure to fasten the attachment correctly to the anchor (see the illustration above). If the attachment is
not correctly fastened, the child restraint may not be properly secured in the event of a collision.

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Top tether anchors

Top tether anchors


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Volvo vehicles are equipped with child restraint top tether anchorages in all rear seat positions.

Using the top tether anchorages
1. Place the child restraint on the rear seat.

2. Release the backrest and tilt it forward to access the anchorage. Return the seat back to the upright
position and make sure it locks in place after the attachment has been fastened to the anchorage.

3. Route the top tether strap under the head restraint and fasten its attachment to the anchorage.

WARNING


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Be sure to fasten the child tether attachment correctly to the anchor. If it is not correctly fastened, the
child seat may not be properly restrained in the event of a collision.

4. Firmly tension the top tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions. Tension
the top tether strap only after the lower anchor straps or the seat belt have been firmly tensioned.

See page 40 for on securing the child restraint to ISOFIX lower anchors.

WARNING

q Never route a top tether strap over the top or around the head restraint. It should always be routed
under the head restraint.
q Child restraint anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted

child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses. The
anchorages are not able to withstand excessive forces on them in the event of collision if full harness
seat belts or adult seat belts are installed to them. An adult who uses a belt anchored in a child restraint
anchorage runs a great risk of suffering severe injuries should a collision occur.
q Do not install rear speakers that require the removal of the top tether anchors or interfere with the

proper use of the top tether strap.

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Top tether anchors

NOTE

q Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register your child restraint to be
reached in a recall. To stay informed about child safety seat recalls, be sure to fill out and return the
registration card that comes with new child restraints.
q Child restraint recall information is readily available in both the U.S. and Canada. For recall

information in the U.S., call the U.S. Government's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-800- 424-9393. In Canada,
visit Transport Canada's Child Safety website at http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety/childsafety/menu.htm.

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44 02 Instruments and controls

Instrument overview 46
Instrument panel 49
Indicator and warning symbols 51
Symbols - instrument panel 52
Information display 55
Center console controls 57
Lighting panel 58
Left-side steering wheel lever 60
Trip computer 61
Cruise control 63
Right-side steering wheel lever 65
Rain sensor 66
Steering wheel adjustment, Hazard warning flashers 68
Parking brake 69
Power windows 70
Mirrors 72
Power moonroof (option) 74
Personal settings 76
Home Link® Universal Transceiver (option) 78




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Instrument overview


Instrument overview

1. Steering wheel adjustment 68
2. Hood opener 189
3. Controls in front doors (see inset illustration at next page)
4. Left steering wheel lever 60
5. Lighting panel 58
6. Door open handle and locking button 121
7. Climate system air vent 86
8. Side window air vent -
9. Cruise control 63
10. Horn, airbag 18
11. Main instrument panel 49
12. Audio controls (option) 215
13. Right steering wheel lever 65
14. Ignition switch 134


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15. Moonroof control (option) 74
16. Not in use
17. Movement detector (option), alarm sensor 124
18. Courtesy lighting switch 99
19. Driver's side reading light 99
20. Passenger's side reading light 99
21. Seat belt reminder 16
22. Rear-view mirror 72
23. Display for climate control, personal settings, and audio system 76
24. Audio system 214
25. Controls for personal settings and audio system 76/217
26. Controls for climate system 87/89
27. Gear selector, manual 139-140
Gear selector, automatic 141
28. Hazard warning flashers 68
29. Door open handle, and locking button 121
30. Glove compartment 102/122
31. Parking brake 69
32. 12-volt socket 57
33. Not in use
34. Not in use


Instrument overview

Control panel in driver's door

1. Lockout switch for rear windows 70


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2. Power windows 70
3. Door mirror button, driver's side 73
4. Door mirror adjustment control 73
5. Door mirror button, passenger's side 73


Instrument panel

Instrument panel

1. Speedometer

2. Turn signal, left

3. Warning symbol - See the following pages for additional information.

4. Information display - The display presents information and warning messages, the ambient temperature, and the clock, etc.
When the ambient temperature is between 23° and 36°F (-5° and +2°C), a snowflake symbol is shown in the display. This
symbol serves as a warning for possible slippery road surfaces. Please note that this symbol does not indicate a fault with your
car. At low speeds, or when the car is not moving, the temperature readings may be slightly higher than the actual ambient
temperature.

5. Information symbol - See the next pages for additional information.

6. Turn signal, right

7. Tachometer - Shows engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm). Do not drive continuously with the needle
in the red area of the dial, which indicates maximum allowable engine rpm range. Instead, shift to a higher gear or slow the
vehicle down. The engine management system will automatically prevent excessively high engines speeds. This will be
noticeable as a pronounced unevenness in engine speed.

8. Indicator and warning symbols


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9. The fuel tank holds approximately 15.9 US gallons (60 liters)1. When a warning light in the gauge comes on, there are
approximately 2.1 US gallons (8 liters) of fuel remaining in the tank.

1Models with All Wheel Drive have a tank volume of 15 US gallons (57 liters). Models with engine code 39 have a fuel tank capacity of
14 US gallons (53 liters). This code is the 6th and 7th digits from the left in your vehicle's VIN number. See page 231 for the location of
the VIN plate.


Instrument panel

10. Trip odometer reset button - The trip odometers are used to measure short distances. Press the button briefly to switch
between the odometer for the car's total mileage and the two trip odometers, T1 and T2. A long press (more than 2 seconds)
resets the currently selected trip odometer.

11. Function display - This window displays information on functions such as the odometer, trip odometers, optional rain
sensor, and cruise control.

12. High beam indicator

13. Clock setting button - Turn the button to set the time.

14. Temperature gauge - The gauge indicates the temperature of the engine cooling system. If the temperature is abnormally
high and the needle enters the red zone, a message is shown in the display. Bear in mind that auxiliary lamps in front of the air
intake reduce the cooling capacity at high outside temperatures and high engine loads.

15. Indicator and warning symbols


Indicator and warning symbols

Function check

The indicator and warning symbols1 light up when you turn the ignition key or the optional keyless drive start control to the
driving position (position II) before starting. This shows that the symbols are functioning.

When the engine starts, all symbols go out. If the engine is not started within 5 seconds, all of the symbols except CHECK
ENGINE and will go out. Certain symbols may not have their functions illustrated, depending on the car's equipment.

The PARK BRAKE symbol will not go out until the parking brake has been released.


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1On certain engines, the symbol for low oil pressure is not used. Instead, a text warning is provided in the information display, see also
page 192.

Symbols in the center of the instrument panel

Warning symbol

The red warning symbol lights up to indicate a fault that could affect the car's drivability. A text explaining the nature of the
fault will also be shown in the information display. The symbol and accompanying text will remain on until the fault has been
corrected. This symbol may also light up in combination with other indicator or warning symbols.

If the red warning symbol lights up:

1. Stop the car as soon as possible in a suitable location.

2. Read the message in the information display.

3. Follow the instructions provided, or contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.

Information symbol

The yellow information symbol lights up to alert the driver to a message in the information display.

The message can be erased by pressing the READ button (see page 55), or will disappear automatically after two minutes.

When the message "TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE" is displayed, the text can be erased and the information symbol light
can be turned off by pressing the READ button. The text will disappear and the symbol light will go out automatically after
two minutes.

This symbol may also light up in combination with other indicator or warning symbols.

NOTE


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The car can still be driven after the information symbol has come on. The car can be driven for 1-2 weeks after service-
related information has been displayed.


Symbols - instrument panel

Symbols - left side

1. Malfunction indicator light

As you drive, a computer called On-Board Diagnostics II (OBDII) monitors your car's engine, transmission, electrical and
emission systems.

The CHECK ENGINE light will light up if the computer senses a condition that potentially may need correcting. When this
happens, please have your car checked by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible.

A CHECK ENGINE light may have many causes. Sometimes, you may not notice a change in your car's behavior. Even so,
an uncorrected condition could hurt fuel economy, emission controls, and drivability. Extended driving without correcting the
cause could even damage other components in your car.

NOTE

Canadian models are equipped with the second
symbol.

2. Anti-lock Brake system (ABS)


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If the warning light comes on, there is a malfunction of the ABS system (the standard braking system will still function).

The vehicle should be driven to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for inspection. See page 146 for additional
information.

NOTE

symbol.

3. Rear fog light

This symbol indicates that the rear fog light (located in the driver's side taillight cluster) is on.

4. Stability system STC or DSTC

This indicator symbol flashes when the STC (Stability and Traction control system) or the DSTC (Dynamic Stability and
Traction control system) is actively working to stabilize the car. See page 148 for more detailed information.

5. Not in use

6. Fuel level warning light

When this light comes on, there are approximately 2.1 US gallons (8 liters) of fuel remaining in the tank.



Symbols - right side


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1. Turn signal indicator for trailer (certain models)

If you are towing a trailer, this light will flash simultaneously with the turn signals on the trailer. If the light does not flash
when signaling, one of the turn signals on the trailer or on the car are not functioning properly.

2. Parking brake applied

This light is on when the parking brake (hand brake) is applied. The parking brake lever is situated between the front seats.
See page 69 for more information.

NOTE

symbol.

3. SRS system warning light

If this light comes on while the car is being driven, or remains on for longer than approximately 10 seconds after the car has
been started, the SRS system's diagnostic functions have detected a fault in a seat belt lock or tensioner, a front airbag, side
impact airbag, and/or an inflatable curtain. Have the system(s) inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as
soon as possible.

4. Oil pressure warning light1

If the light comes on while driving, the car, stop the engine immediately, and check the engine oil level. If the oil level is
normal and the light stays on after restart, have the car towed to the nearest authorized Volvo retailer. After hard driving, the
light may come on occasionally when the engine is idling. This is normal, provided it goes off when the engine speed is
increased.


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5. Seat belt reminder

This symbol (and the seat belt reminder light above the rear view mirror) will light up if either front seat occupant has not
buckled his/her seat belt. If the car is not moving, the symbols will go out after approximately 6 seconds.

6. Generator warning light

If the light comes on while the engine is running, have the charging system checked by an authorized Volvo workshop.

1 On certain engines, this symbol is not used to indicate low oil pressure. Instead, a text warning is provided in the information display,
see also page 192.



7. Brake failure warning light

If this light comes on while driving or braking, stop the car as quickly as possible in a safe place, open the hood, and check the
brake fluid level in the reservoir. See page 190 for the location of the reservoir.

NOTE

symbol.

WARNING

If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir or if a "Brake failure - Service urgent" message is displayed in the
information display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car towed to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician and have the
brake system inspected.

If the BRAKE and ABS warning lights come on at the same time, this could indicate a fault in the brake

system.
In this case:
1. Stop the car in a suitable place and switch off the engine.
2. Restart the engine.
3. If both warning lights go off, no further action is required and the car can be driven.


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4. If both lights remain on after the engine has been restarted, switch off the engine again and check the brake fluid level. See
page 190 for the location of the reservoir.

Door open warning

The driver will be alerted if one of the doors, the hood, or the tailgate are open or ajar.

At low speeds

If the car is moving at a speed of less than approximately 4 m.p.h. (7 km/h), the Information symbol in the instrument panel
will light up and a message will be shown in the information display indicating which door(s), etc is not completely closed.

At higher speeds

If the car is moving at a speed above approximately 4 m.p.h. (7 km/h), the Warning symbol in the instrument panel will light
up and a message will be shown in the information display indicating which door(s), etc is not completely closed.

Hood and tailgate

If the hood and/or tailgate is not completely closed, the Information symbol in the instrument panel will light up and a
message will be displayed, regardless of the vehicle's speed.


Information display

Messages

When an indicator or warning light in the instrument panel comes on, a message is also shown in the information display. To
read a message:


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1. Press the READ button (1).

2. Pressing READ repeatedly enables you to scroll to any other messages that may be stored.

NOTE

If a message is displayed when e.g. you are using the trip computer, this message must be read before you can access the trip
computer.


Information display


Center console controls

12-volt socket

The 12-volt socket can be used to plug in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. The key must be in position I (or
higher) for the auxiliary socket to function.


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Ashtrays/cigarette lighter
The auxiliary socket can also be used for a cigarette lighter and ashtrays, which are available as accessories. Please contact
your Volvo retailer1.

NOTE

The cover should be kept on when the auxiliary socket is not in
use.

Auxiliary equipment

The buttons to the right of the 12-volt socket can be used for Volvo-installed optional or auxiliary equipment.

1 Ashtrays are also available as an accessory.


Lighting panel

Parking lights

The front and rear parking lights can be turned on even when the ignition is switched off.

q Turn switch (1) to position .

The license plate lights also illuminate when the parking lights are switched on.


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Headlights

1. Turn the ignition key to position II.

2. The low beam headlights (daytime running lights) illuminate automatically, except when the light switch (1) is in position
1.

NOTE

See page 60 for information on switching between high and low
beams.

Fog lights

Front fog lights (option)
The front fog lights can be used in combination with either the headlights or the parking lights.


2. Press button 3 to turn on the front fog lights.

An indicator light in the button illuminates when the front fog lights are on.

1On Canadian models, the daytime running lights will remain on with the light switch in this position.

Rear fog light
The single rear fog light is located in the driver's side taillight cluster.

The rear fog light will only function in combination with the high/low beam headlights or the optional front fog lights.


2. Press button 5 to turn on the rear fog light.

An indicator light in the button illuminates when the rear fog light is on.

NOTE

The rear fog light is considerably brighter than the normal taillights and should be used only when conditions such as fog,
rain, snow, smoke or dust reduce visibility for other vehicles to less than 500 ft. (150 meters).


Lighting panel

Instrument panel lighting


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The instrument panel lighting illuminates when the ignition is in position II and the light switch (1) is in either position or

.

NOTE

To make it easier to read the odometer, trip odometer, clock, and ambient temperature, these gauges illuminate when the
vehicle is unlocked and when the key has been removed from the ignition switch. The lighting will go out when the vehicle
is locked.

q Move the thumb wheel (2) up to increase brightness or down to decrease brightness.

Unlocking the fuel filler door

With the ignition switched off, press button 4 to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door will remain
unlocked until the car begins to move forward.

An audible click will be heard when the fuel filler door re-locks.


Left-side steering wheel lever

Lever positions

1. Turn signals, lane change position

2. Turn signals, position for normal turns

3. High beam flash

4. Toggle between high and low beams, Home Safe lighting


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